ANDREW W. THOMAS
Owner & Principal Reconstructionist
Direct: (815) 260-3721
andrew@collisionanalyticsllc.com
Andrew is the founder and principal reconstructionist at Collision Analytics, where he brings deep expertise as a technician, analyst, educator, and expert witness. He combines detailed documentation, careful collection, and preservation of physical and electronic evidence, and thoughtful interpretation of that information to help legal and insurance professionals understand complex collisions.
Andrew has built Collision Analytics around a commitment to accuracy, clarity, and reliable analysis. He grounds his work in accepted forensic methodology and develops each analysis with the expectation that it will withstand close scrutiny in litigation and claims environments.
In addition to his casework, Andrew serves as an instructor through Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety, where he teaches crash investigation and reconstruction courses to professional audiences. This instructional experience strengthens his ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and effectively when working with attorneys, adjusters, judges, juries, or students in the classroom.
Andrew’s leadership and passion for reconstruction are at the heart of the work we provide, helping clients confidently navigate technical details, evidentiary challenges, and court presentation when expert testimony is needed.
Certifications
- ACTAR Accredited Traffic Crash Reconstructionist #2828
- Crash Data Retrieval Specialist
- iNPUT-ACE Video Examiner
- Pix4D User and Photogrammetrist
- National Child Passenger Safety Seat Technician
Associations
NICHOLAS M. FUNK
Associate Reconstructionist
Direct: (815) 708-4926
nicholas@collisionanalyticsllc.com
Nicholas is an associate reconstructionist at Collision Analytics, where he applies his skills as a technician, analyst, educator, and expert witness to support a wide range of collision investigation needs. He is experienced in documenting, collecting, identifying, and preserving both physical and electronic evidence from crash scenes and vehicles, and in providing expert analysis that helps attorneys and insurance professionals understand the facts of a case with confidence.
Nicholas brings specialized expertise in heavy-vehicle and commercial-motor-vehicle data. His deep understanding of logistics vehicles and commercial transportation systems provides valuable insight into cases involving commercial fleets and high-exposure collisions, contributing to a more complete and defensible interpretation of what occurred.
Nicholas supports professional education as an instructor at Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety, teaching crash investigation and reconstruction coursework. His instructional role reflects both strong technical proficiency and clear, practical, accessible communication of complex materials.
Nicholas works closely with clients to explain complex technical information clearly and practically that supports sound decision making throughout investigations, claims evaluations, and testimony
Certifications
- ACTAR Accredited Traffic Crash Reconstructionist #3057
- Illinois Crash Reconstruction Specialist #PCB09480
- Heavy Vehicle Enforcement Officer